UK Private Schools Now Add VAT to Fees: The UK government introduces a 20% VAT on private school fees starting January 2025. This move aims to generate funding for state school teacher recruitment while private schools may face higher fees and reduced student numbers. The ISC plans to challenge the policy legally.
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The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh, has released the admissions schedule for the 2025-26 academic year. Classes for second-year students begin on April 1, 2025, while first-year classes start on April 7, 2025. The board has outlined detailed reservation quotas, admission procedures, and guidelines to ensure transparency. Key provisions include the use of the UDISEPLUS portal for admission details and enhanced security measures for girl students in all junior colleges.
The BJP government in Delhi has allocated Rs 19,291 crore for the education sector, a 17% increase from last year. Key initiatives include CM Shri schools, language labs, modern computer labs, and startup support centers. Additionally, Rs 100 crore will fund 60 new CM Shri schools and Rs 500 crore will develop an education hub in Narela.
The UPSC has released the final result for the EPFO Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO) exam on its official website. Conducted on July 2, 2023, the exam was for 418 positions in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation. Candidates were selected after a multi-stage process, including a written exam, interview, and document verification. Selected candidates can check the result on the UPSC portal and await further joining instructions.
MPSOS Time Table 2025: Madhya Pradesh State Open School (MPSOS) has released the time table for Class 10 and Class 12 exams for the June 2025 session. The exams will run from June 2 to June 20, with subjects for both regular and Ruk Jana Nahi (RJN) and Aa Laut Chale (ALC) schemes. Students must arrive on time and carry their admit cards to the examination centres. Detailed schedules and instructions are available on the official MPSOS website.
A recent Gallup study reveals that half of U.S. adults have lost trust in higher education, with confidence dropping from 57% in 2015 to just 36% in 2023. Key reasons include concerns over political agendas, irrelevant curricula, and rising costs. Particularly among Republicans, distrust is fueled by ideological influence, while many cite the financial burden of tuition and student debt. The study highlights a growing skepticism about the value of a college degree.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has declared the FMGE December 2024 results for the exam held on January 12, 2025. Candidates can check their results on the official website, natboard.edu.in. Individual scorecards will be available from January 27, 2025. Full marks were awarded for a technically incorrect question, and seven results remain under review.
The WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary Examination 2024 took place on September 15, 2024. Results are expected by March 2025, determining qualification for the next stages. The Mains exam comprises three descriptive papers totaling 450 marks, followed by a 100-mark interview. Candidates can check their results online using their Enrollment Number and Password. Previous cut-off marks are available for reference.
Maharashtra RTE admissions 2025-26: Maharashtra opens the application process for RTE admissions for the 2025 academic year, reserving 25% seats for economically weaker and disadvantaged children. Parents can apply on the official website by January 27, 2025. Applications need to be submitted accurately and within the deadline to avoid disqualification.
The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, will close the KEAM 2025 application window today, March 10, 2025. Applicants can submit their forms online at cee.kerala.gov.in. The final date to upload required certificates is March 15, 2025. The KEAM 2025 exam will be held from April 24 to 28, 2025, in various locations including Kerala, Mumbai, Delhi, and Dubai.
The Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education (TSBIE) has released the admit cards for the 1st and 2nd-year TS Intermediate exams 2025. The exams will begin in March, with 1st-year exams starting March 5 and 2nd-year exams starting March 6. Students can download their hall tickets from tsbie.cgg.gov.in by logging into their accounts.